A
Role That Brings Heritage, Craft & Culinary Excellence Together – The Apsley
Identity
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton Sevn Dubai, Apsley is more than
a restaurant—it is a contemporary dining destination inspired by the elegance
of British aristocratic tradition and the warmth of European bistro
culture.
Inspired by Apsley House, the historic London residence of the First Duke
of Wellington, known as "Number One, London," the concept reflects timeless
sophistication, understated luxury, and exceptional hospitality. The menu
seamlessly blends contemporary British cuisine with Mediterranean influences,
evolving throughout the day from breakfast to dinner.
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We are looking for
a Sous Chef who can support this vision through exceptional
execution, operational leadership, and culinary excellence while working closely
alongside the Chef de Cuisine.You are not only supporting a kitchen—you
are helping shape an experience that balances heritage, craftsmanship,
and contemporary relevance.
One Kitchen. One Heritage. One
Timeless Experience.
At Apsley, dining is elegant, welcoming,
and thoughtfully curated.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">As Sous Chef, you help ensure:
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• Exceptional execution
of contemporary British and Mediterranean-inspired
cuisine• Consistent delivery
of refined dishes rooted in quality and craftsmanship
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Strong daily leadership and support of the kitchen
brigade
• Seamless execution across
all meal periods and service occasionsYou help create a kitchen defined
by precision, consistency, and timeless hospitality.
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Why This Role
Matters
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style="font-size: 12pt;">The Apsley represents a modern interpretation
of British dining culture.
In this role, you support the Chef de
Cuisine by:
• Delivering the Apsley's culinary philosophy through daily
execution
• Supervising kitchen
operations and maintaining culinary standards
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Supporting brigade development, engagement,
and performance
• Ensuring
consistency across breakfast, lunch, afternoon, and dinner
experiences
• Maintaining
operational discipline while fostering creativity
and collaboration
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style="font-size: 12pt;">You are a key contributor to the success of the dining
experience every day.
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the Experience
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style="font-size: 12pt;">You are organised, hands-on, and passionate about
culinary excellence.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Through your leadership, you will:
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• Support the daily
operation of the Apsley kitchen• Lead service periods and ensure smooth kitchen
execution• Supervise food
preparation, presentation, and quality standards
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talent
• Maintain consistency,
efficiency, and professionalism throughout service
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Your influence helps
shape the guest experience with every service.
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What We'll
Support You to DoBring Culinary Heritage
to Life
• Execute menus that celebrate British and Mediterranean
influences.
Support a High-Performing Kitchen Brigade
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• Develop talent
and foster a culture of learning and collaboration.
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Maintain Operational
Excellence• Uphold quality, consistency, and food safety
standards.
Deliver Memorable Dining Experiences
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• Ensure every dish
reflects the identity and standards of Apsley.
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The
Gig
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Reporting to the Chef de Cuisine, the Sous Chef
supports the leadership of the Apsley kitchen at Kimpton Sevn Dubai, helping
deliver a sophisticated, contemporary, and memorable dining
experience.
• The Opportunity: Be part of a signature restaurant inspired by British
heritage and European bistro culture
• The Focus: Culinary execution, operational excellence, and team
development
• The Impact: Help
create a dining experience that is elegant, approachable, and consistently
exceptional
You will play a critical role in bringing the Apsley vision
to life.
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At Kimpton, timeless
hospitality is always personal.In this role,
you will:
• Lead with professionalism, integrity,
and positivity
• Support
a culture of collaboration, learning, and respect
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Encourage craftsmanship, accountability,
and continuous improvement
• Bring energy and passion into every service
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Every plate reflects
the spirit of Apsley—elegant, refined, and welcoming.
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Your
Day-to-Day
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style="font-size: 12pt;">No two days are the same; your responsibilities
will span operational, leadership, and culinary activities, including but
not limited to:
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• Support daily culinary
operations across all meal periods• Ensure smooth service execution from breakfast through
dinner• Maintain consistency
in flavour, presentation, and quality standards
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Culinary
Leadership
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members
• Conduct daily briefings
and service preparations
• Support team engagement and performance management
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Menu Execution
& Quality Control• Execute contemporary British
and Mediterranean-inspired menus
• Ensure consistency and attention to detail across all
dishes
• Maintain strict quality
and presentation standards
Cost Control & Kitchen
Management
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control
• Monitor wastage
and support purchasing procedures
• Maintain productivity while upholding premium
standards
Hygiene & Compliance
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• Maintain HACCP, food
safety, and hygiene standards• Ensure compliance with operational and regulatory
requirements•
Participate in audits and corrective action plans
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Pre-Opening
Support
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Support kitchen setup and operational
readiness
• Assist with menu
testing and recipe standardisation
• Participate in training programmes and mock
services
• Contribute to SOP
implementation and opening preparations
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What Success
Looks Like
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Consistent delivery of the Apsley dining
experience
• Exceptional food
quality across all meal periods
• A motivated and engaged kitchen brigade
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execution
• Positive guest
feedback and team performance
• Successful pre-opening readiness and launch
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Who This Role
Is Perfect For
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Passionate culinary professional ready for
a leadership role
• Experience
in British, European, Mediterranean, or bistro-style
concepts
• Strong operational
and service execution skills
• Team-oriented leader with a hands-on approach
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Detail-focused and committed to culinary
excellence
• Passionate about
hospitality, learning, and development
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What We Need
From You
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Ideally, you bring some (or all) of the following
qualifications and experience.
Education
• Culinary qualification or equivalent
professional certification preferred
Experience
• 3–5 years culinary experience
in upscale or luxury dining environments
• Minimum 1–2 years in a Sous Chef or senior supervisory
role
• Experience in British,
European, Mediterranean, or bistro-style dining preferred
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an advantage
• GCC/Dubai
experience beneficial
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Attributes
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Positive and collaborative leadership
style
• Strong appreciation
for culinary heritage and craftsmanship
• Calm, organised, and solutions-oriented under
pressure
• Detail-driven
with high quality standards
• Passionate about coaching and developing others
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style="font-size: 12pt;">• Committed to delivering memorable guest experiences
through consistency, quality, and hospitality
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What You
Can Expect from UsAt Kimpton Sevn Dubai, part of IHG Hotels
& Resorts, we believe our success begins with our
people.
We invest in you through competitive compensation, global travel
privileges, and meaningful career growth opportunities within one of the world’s
most respected hospitality groups.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. We are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment
opportunities to all colleagues and applicants, regardless of race, colour,
ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression,
sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or family status, veteran status,
or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Through our myWellbeing
framework, we actively support the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing
of our teams—because when our people are supported and thriving, they create
exceptional experiences for our guests and each other
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Kimpton Sevn
Dubai: A Culture of Connection, Craft & Care
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At Kimpton Sevn Dubai,
you are not simply joining a team—you are becoming part of a culture that
is personal, thoughtful, and distinctly human.
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We are a close-knit,
collaborative community where trust is earned, individuality is valued,
and excellence is shaped through genuine care for people
and experience.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our culture
and inspire creativity.
We seek individuals who are naturally intuitive, detail-oriented, and passionate
about creating memorable moments that feel both effortless
and meaningful.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">At Kimpton, hospitality is bold yet refined, expressive
yet intentional. More than a place to stay, we create spaces where guests feel
connected, inspired, and truly welcomed—and where our teams feel empowered
to bring their personality, creativity, and craftsmanship to everything
they do.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Ready to Shape Something
Distinctive?
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style="font-size: 12pt;">If you do not meet every requirement but believe
you bring the right energy, creativity, and passion for people, we would still
love to hear from you.
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style="font-size: 12pt;">Join Kimpton Sevn Dubai and be part of shaping a luxury
lifestyle experience where individuality is celebrated, ideas are valued,
and every detail contributes to something memorable.
